Staff Accountant

Job Overview

Title: Staff Accountant

Salary Range: $52,000-60,000

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Status: Existing Vacancy

The Staff Accountant Role

Key Responsibilities

• Work independently to prepare year end compilation engagements and assist with the preparation of review and audit engagements.
• Perform bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records for clients.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of GST/HST and other sales tax returns.
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously while tracking deadlines and outstanding information requests.
• Communicate professionally with clients to obtain required information and resolve outstanding items.

Knowledge and Skills

• Completion of a University degree or College diploma with a specialization in accounting.
• CPA Designation is an asset. Ability to enroll in the program or actively working towards completion is a requirement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Experience with CaseWare, Taxprep, QuickBooks Online and Desktop, and CCH iFirm
• is an asset.
• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.

About Vaive and Associates Professional Corporation (VaAPC)

Starting as a one-person Firm in 2003, Rolland Vaive focused on using his extensive background in tax to provide creative and specialized advice to his clients. Today, VaAPC is a team of 30, located in downtown Ottawa, that provides advisory services on complex matters, estate planning, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate restructuring. The Firm also provides financial statement preparation including audit and assurance services, bookkeeping and payroll support, and virtually anything else that our clients may need to run their businesses successfully.

Though the Firm has since grown from its humble beginnings, the vision has remained unchanged: Provide excellent service with an unwavering commitment to client satisfaction and create a Firm that provides growth opportunities and a work-life balance for all who work here. Our firm operates on the principles of respect, growth, teamwork and collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability.

Our unique advantage lies in being small enough to offer personalized training and ensuring that you receive individualized attention and mentorship as you navigate a new role, yet large enough to handle complex, challenging, and engaging work.

What we Offer

• Flexible Work Schedule – Enjoy adaptable work hours that support work-life balance.
• Summer Fridays Off – July and August Fridays off in lieu of tax season hours.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Competitive health and wellness benefits designed to support you and your family.
• Hybrid Work Model – A balanced approach that combines in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Professional Growth Opportunities – Ongoing training and development to help you expand your skills and advance your career.
• Weekly Catered Lunches – Connect with your team over lunch on us once a week.
• Workplace Office Perks – Unlimited coffee, tea, sodas and snacks.
• Engaging Team Events – Regular all-inclusive staff events, including midday activities, sporting events, seasonal celebrations, and more, to keep our culture collaborative, social, and fun.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Vaive and Associates, we are an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Our Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment

Our hiring processes do not involve the use of artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applicants are reviewed by members of the hiring team.

AI tools are permitted solely for administrative tasks, such as taking notes during interviews.

Accommodation Requests

If you require any accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact sstraeche@vaiveandassociates.ca

How to Apply

Please answer the screening questions and submit a cover letter and resume to: https://vaive.bamboohr.com/careers

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selected candidates are required to complete a competency test.

Questions? Please contact Shelby at sstraeche@vaiveandassociates.ca.